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05-12-2023
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Severe weather and flash flooding expected to hit US Midwest
At least 16 tornadoes have caused severe damage in Oklahoma, with more severe weather including hail, tornadoes and damaging winds predicted to hit Kansas City, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma City, Dallas, Midland and San Antonio. Flash flooding is also a threat in five US states, with Texas expected to receive up to 10 inches of rain
Cows Assist North Carolina Police In Apprehending Suspect
A herd of cows led police in North Carolina to a suspect who was on the run after fleeing a traffic stop. The cows appeared and communicated with the officers, leading them directly to where the suspect was hiding. Joshua Minton was charged with fleeing arrest, driving with a revoked license and disorderly conduct.
Man indicted on federal charges for Taiwanese Presbyterian Church shooting
David Chou has been indicted on 45 counts of obstructing free exercise of religious beliefs by force and 45 counts of violating the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act, along with additional charges, for his alleged involvement in the mass shooting at a Taiwanese Presbyterian Church in Laguna Woods, California, on May 15, 2022. If convicted, he faces life in prison without parole or the death penalty.
Top Baby Names of 2021: Liam and Olivia Reign Supreme
The Social Security Administration released its annual list of most popular baby names on Friday, with Liam and Olivia taking the top spots for boys and girls. Emma, which had previously held the top spot for girls, came in at No. 2. Newcomer Luna made it into the top 10 for girls, while popular TV show ‘Yellowstone’ influenced some new additions to the list like the Dutton family name and Kayce for boys.
One escaped Philadelphia inmate caught wearing Muslim garb as disguise
Nasir Grant, one of the two inmates who escaped a Philadelphia prison, was caught by the U.S. Marshals while disguised as a woman wearing full Muslim garb and a head covering on Thursday night. The fugitives escaped through a hole in the recreation yard's fence and were discovered missing during the 3 p.m. headcount on Monday. Ameen Hurst, considered very dangerous, is still at large. Xianni Stalling was arrested for allegedly aiding in their escape. The facility is on lockdown and officials are reviewing the security footage and headcounts. A $20,000 reward per fugitive is being offered for their arrest.
Four males shot at Steak 'n Shake restaurant in Indianapolis
Four males were shot in the parking lot of a Steak 'n Shake restaurant in Indianapolis, with one male dead and three hospitalized but in stable condition.
Former Army chaplain arrested in connection with crime spree involving armed carjacking and bank robbery
Marcus Banksbey, a former Army chaplain, was arrested for charges including armed carjacking, hoax 911 call, and bank robbery in California. The incidents occurred in Madera and Fresno county on Tuesday afternoon. Banksbey is accused of carjacking a victim at gunpoint, making a hoax 911 call to the police reporting that a man with a gun was walking onto Bullard High School campus, and robbing Central Valley Community Bank before fleeing the scene. He will face additional charges of felony carjacking with injury for the incident in Madera. Police believed the hoax 911 call was made as a diversion to commit the bank robbery. Banksbey served in the California Army National Guard from 2000 to 2019.
Four teenagers charged in murder of Chicago police officer
Four teenage suspects, who were allegedly out looking for victims, were charged with the murder of Chicago police officer Aréanah Preston. Preston was shot and killed in the early hours of Saturday morning while returning home from work. The suspects are also believed to be connected to multiple robberies and a car theft. One of the suspects allegedly confessed to a friend, and detectives listened in on the conversation. The suspects face charges such as armed robbery and arson, and were all denied bail at a bond hearing.
Pope Francis and Italian Government Call for More Births to Reverse Demographic Trend
Pope Francis and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni called for more resources and measures to be dedicated towards increasing the country's birth rate in order to prevent the economy from collapsing as the population continues to decline. Italy recorded a record low number of live births last year, which combined with an elevated number of deaths, has accelerated the demographic trend that threatens the country’s social security system. The Italian government is backing a campaign to encourage at least 500,000 births annually by 2033. Meanwhile, opposition figures point to reducing precarious work contracts and improving access to subsidized day care centers to support women, as key measures to tackle the issue.
Israeli airstrike kills two Palestinians in Gaza apartment building
An Israeli airstrike sparked a fire that killed two Palestinians in Gaza City, while rockets from Gaza broke a 12-hour lull and sounded warning sirens as far north as Jerusalem. The fighting between Israel and Islamic Jihad has killed 33 Palestinians, including women and children, and a man in central Israel. The militants have retaliated with nearly 900 rockets fired toward densely populated areas of Israel. There have been calls for a ceasefire, with both Hamas and Egypt attempting to negotiate, but thus far, the fighting continues.